National Apprenticeship Week: Work Smart Live Well event in Cramlington tomorrow

As part of National Apprenticeship Week (10–16 February 2025), Northumberland County Council (NCC) is hosting the first of its 2025 Apprenticeship Connect events while celebrating council apprentices who are completing their qualifications this year.

This year’s theme, ‘Skills for Life’ highlights how apprenticeships provide lifelong benefits—not only for young people starting their careers but also for employees looking to upskill or retrain and for employers seeking to address skills gaps and grow their businesses.

Tomorrow, Tuesday 11 February (9:30am – 1pm) NCC is hosting a ‘Work Smart Live Well’ event, at Cramlington Community Hub, next door to Concordia Leisure Centre.

Below is information from the County Council about their Apprenticeship Week events:

Northumberland County Council boasts almost 400 apprentices in positions across the council from social workers and data to civil engineers and electricians. The Council is celebrating the graduation of 85 of these apprentices who are completing their qualifications this year.

Following the success of last year’s events, the Council has expanded its Apprenticeship Connect program to reach more communities across Northumberland.

These events will offer valuable opportunities to:

• Speak with current apprentices and managers.
• Connect with apprenticeship providers, including Northumberland Skills.
• Learn about the support available for apprentices at The Council.
• Explore whether an apprenticeship is the right pathway for career success.

Councillor Richard Wearmouth, Deputy Leader of Northumberland County Council and Cabinet Member for Corporate Services, said: “Apprenticeships are an investment in the future, not only for individuals but for our communities and local businesses. They offer a unique opportunity to gain skills for life while earning a wage, helping people thrive in their careers and employers bridge critical skills gaps.

“I encourage everyone to take advantage of our Apprenticeship Connect events and discover how apprenticeships can transform lives and support the growth of our county.”

Key Events for National Apprenticeship Week 2025 and beyond:

• Tuesday 11 February (9:30am – 1pm): Work Smart Live Well event, at Cramlington Community Hub, next door to Concordia Leisure Centre.
• Saturday 15 February (10am–1pm): Apprenticeship Connect event at County Hall, Morpeth, NE61 2EF.
• Saturday 8 March (10am–1pm): Apprenticeship Connect event at Alnwick Adult Learning Centre, NE66 1AU.
• Saturday 22 March (10am–1pm): Apprenticeship Connect event at Berwick Academy High School, TD15 2JF.
• Saturday 5 April (10am–1pm): Apprenticeship Connect event at Hexham Queen Elizabeth High School, NE46 3JB.

For full event details, including venues, times, and additional activities, please visit our website.

Northumberland County Council encourages everyone to share these events within their communities and networks to help spread the word about the life-changing opportunities apprenticeships can offer.